by Lori Melnitsky, MA CCC-SLP, Stuttering Specialist, Remember I stutter too! My Philosophy on Stuttering Therapy: Improving Fluency Without Pressure When families or adults begin searching for stuttering therapy, they are often unsure what to expect. Many parents worry their child will be pushed too hard to sound fluent. Others worry that fluency won’t be addressed at all. I hear these concerns often — and they’re completely understandable. My philosophy on stuttering therap

By Lori Melnitsky, MA, CCC-SLP Speech-Language Pathologist | Stuttering Specialist All Island Speech & Stuttering Therapy For more information about stuttering and to hear real case studies, check out my podcast Stuttering Demystified and Beyond . If your young child is stuttering, you are not alone. When a young child begins to stutter, parents often ask me one simple question: “What should I be doing at home?”It’s an important question — and one I answer with care, both

by Lori Melnitsky MA CCC-SLP For more information about stuttering and to hear real case studies, check out my podcast Stuttering Demystified and Beyond . When apraxia of speech and stuttering occur together, therapy needs to treat both the motor-planning challenges and the speech-flow challenges—without overwhelming the child. The goal is clarity, confidence, and consistency, not perfection. Here are practical, gentle principles that work well for this dual profile: 1. Slow

My Worst Nightmare Wasn’t a Test It Was Ordering at the Deli. by Lori Melnitsky For more information about stuttering and to hear real case studies, check out my podcast Stuttering Demystified and Beyond . Most kids worry about quizzes, homework, or getting called on in class. My worst nightmare? Ordering for everyone at the local deli. It sounds small. Ordinary. Harmless. But for a child who stuttered, it felt enormous. My dad and uncle owned a pharmacy in our town. Around l

For more information about stuttering and to hear real case studies, check out my podcast Stuttering Demystified and Beyond . Many parents ask:“Does my college student really need stuttering therapy?”Below are the clearest signs they may benefit from specialized support 1. Their stuttering has increased since starting collegeStress, lack of sleep, and academic pressure can cause stuttering to increase.Common signs include:- More blocks, repetitions, or long pauses- Avoiding c

For more information about stuttering and to hear real case studies, check out my podcast Stuttering Demystified and Beyond . The jump from high school to college is exciting, overwhelming, and full of new expectations. Even bright, motivated students can struggle when the structure of high school disappears and they suddenly need to manage time, classes, communication, and independence on their own. That’s where College Skills Training comes in. I’m Lori Melnitsky, MA CCC-S

3 Ways to Know Your College Student Needs ADHD Coaching For more information about stuttering and to hear real case studies, check out my podcast Stuttering Demystified and Beyond . College can be overwhelming for any young adult—but for students with ADHD, the transition can feel like trying to juggle classes, deadlines, social life, and independence all at once. Even bright, motivated students can suddenly find themselves falling behind, feeling anxious, or losing confidenc

by Lori Melnitsky, MA CCC-SLP For many young adults with ADHD, navigating school, work, and life responsibilities can feel overwhelming. Deadlines pile up, routines fall apart, and motivation comes in unpredictable waves. Traditional advice doesn’t always stick—and that’s where ADHD coaching can make a powerful difference. Instead of trying to “fix” ADHD, coaching helps young adults understand how their brain works, build practical strategies, and unlock the strengths that co

Why Teens Who Stutter Struggle More in Middle and High School—and How to Help For more information about stuttering and to hear real case studies, check out my podcast Stuttering Demystified and Beyond . Teens who stutter face new pressure and avoidance in school. Learn what changes in adolescence and how to support communication and confidence. Why Teens Who Stutter Struggle More in Middle and High School—and How to Help Stuttering can feel completely different at 13 or 16 t

by Lori Melnitsky, MA CCC-SLP When people start stuttering therapy, they often hope for fast results. It is natural to want fluency to improve quickly, but meaningful, lasting change takes time. Stuttering therapy is not a sprint with a quick finish line. It is a marathon that rewards steady effort, patience, and growth. I've been working on my communication and fluency skills for nearly my entire life. I'm still learning things along the way. 1. Real Progress Takes Consisten

by Lori Melnitsky, MA CCC-SLP For years, I wanted stuttering to go away with one quick trick. I tried every “shortcut” I could find—slowing down unnaturally, avoiding words, even staying silent when I really wanted to speak. Sometimes it seemed to help for a few minutes, but the stutter always came back. And worse, those quick fixes left me feeling frustrated and defeated. Now, after years as both a person who stutters and a speech pathologist specializing in stuttering, I kn

by Lori Melnitsky, MA CCC-SLP In person is not effective if it is something you keep trying and not being effective. Working with a...

by Lori Melnitsky, MA CCC-SLP If you or your child struggles with stuttering, you may be searching for the right kind of support. While many speech therapists provide general services, stuttering is a highly specialized area. Choosing a stuttering specialist for therapy can make a world of difference in progress, confidence, and long-term success. Why a Stuttering Specialist for Therapy? Stuttering is more than just repeating sounds or getting “stuck on words.” It can impact

by Lori Melnitsky, MA CCC-SLP . 1. Truly Understand Stuttering as More Than Just Disfluency · - Recognize the true impact of...

I Am Dismayed and Shocked by What I Hear About Stuttering Therapy By Lori Melnitsky, Speech-Language Pathologist, Specialist in Stuttering and Person Who Stutters As both a speech-language pathologist and someone who has lived with stuttering, I am deeply dismayed and honestly shocked by the stories I continue to hear from clients and families about their past experiences with stuttering therapy. The latest is a 17 year old who was told to not try speech therapy, rather strug

What Makes My Private Stuttering Therapy Sessions Different When people find All Island Speech and Stuttering Therapy, they’re often...

By Lori Melnitsky, Speech-Language Pathologist and Person Who Stutters Stuttering is more than just repeating sounds or getting stuck on...

Here are strategies for managing speaking fear in social situations , especially if you stutter and feel paralyzed by fear: It takes...

By Lori Melnitsky, MA CC-SLP, Stuttering Specialist, Person who Stutter For people who stutter, the conversation around acceptance...

by Lori Melnitsky, MA CCC-SLP For most of my life, I wanted just one thing: fluency . I started stuttering when I was around 4 years old,...